Administrative Staff
Operations Director, Janae Heard
Send Janae an email
Phone: (510) 525-0302, ext. 306
I grew up the in the central valley of California, and moved to the bay area in 2005.
I have a strong desire to be of service, and if there is anything I can be of assistance with, I am here to help. I hope that I can use my 20+ years of professional experience to facilitate smooth operations behind the scenes at UUCB, so the focus can be on coming together and building community through worship and the programs that support what this congregation is passionate about. UUCB is such a warm and giving community and I am continually excited and grateful to be a part of it.
I am in the office on Tuesdays and Thursdays and I work remotely on Wednesday and Friday. You can also find me on some Sundays in my office, or in a pew next to you.
Membership and Engagement Manager, Charis Domador
Hola! I am originally from Caracas, Venezuela, and have lived in Florida, Arizona, D.C., Virginia, and now California. Spanish is my native language, and I pronounce my name CHAD-ees (rhymes with PATTIES).
Through my work in communications and as a yoga teacher, I strive to cultivate a world where curiosity yields connection and stewardship among us, recognizing the oneness of humanity. I possess a holy curiosity, and fully embrace independent investigation of truth and the divine. I believe in human rights for all, banishing prejudice of every kind, the harmony of science and religion, the abolition of extreme wealth and poverty, and accessible education for all.
I hope my work will enhance and amplify the amazing efforts of UUCB. You can find me at the welcome table most Sundays, or running around the church.
Facilities Manager, Peter Barnholdt
Phone: (510) 525-0302, ext. 308
Peter is originally from Minnesota, graduated in the culinary arts, and worked in some of the Twin Cities’ well known open kitchen restaurants leading to a 13 year career and passion as a glassblower, owning and operating his own studios and galleries. In 2013 he made the big leap to California landing in beautiful Santa Barbara working as the lead art preparator at the Museum of Contemporary Art. Since then, Peter has lived up and down the coast from Tahoe, Santa Cruz, and settling down into Berkeley life. This handyman/artist at heart has found a great home in the welcoming community of UUCB.
